I have a red line against the Americans.

I will continue to defend Najaf as it is the holiest place. I will remain in the city until the last drop of my blood has been spilled.

We have not forgotten the occupier. We remain a resistance.

May God preserve you and watch over you.

I will deal with the politicians in a political way and with the nonpoliticians in a nonpolitical way.

For us, holding on to religious rules, and following them, and refraining from what's forbidden, and being diligent with our duties, what do we call that? That's what we call freedom.

I beg you not to resort to demonstrations, for they have become nothing but burned paper.